Labour take control of Telford & Wrekin council
The Labour Party has gained political control of Telford & Wrekin council after 4 years of Conservative administration following local elections in the borough yesterday.
The new 54 strong council includes 14 new councillors with Labour holding 33 seats.
The Conservatives lost power after four years losing 10 seats, whilst the Liberal Democrats held onto their 3 seats.
The overall make up of Telford & Wrekin Council is Labour 33 seats, Conservatives 17, Liberal Democrats 3 and 1 Independent seat.
The turnout of voters from across the borough was 43.9 per cent, which is an increase from the previous local elections in 2007.
Returning Officer Victor Brownlees said: “This election ran very smoothly and I would like to thank the hard work of all my staff and also the Telford College of Arts and Technology for their assistance as hosts of the count.
“I am pleased that the increase in the number of postal votes was further reflected in an increase in turnout compared with the previous election.
“I am looking forward to working with the new administration during the course of the next council.”
Alternative Vote Results
Voters in Telford & Wrekin and residents in the Shropshire Council area will today be waiting to hear the results of the Alternative Vote the first UK-wide referendum in over 30 years.
A result is escpected later this evening.
